Pskov Oblast

Pskov Oblast is an administrative region in northwestern Russia, bordering Latvia, Estonia and Belarus. The territory covers forests, plains and lake systems, with Lake Peipus ranking among Europe's largest freshwater bodies.

The administrative unit was formed in August 1944 during World War II and has since functioned as a border territory with three neighboring countries. The boundaries have remained largely unchanged over the decades, though the political situation of neighboring nations has shifted.

The region maintains 372 federal monuments, three state museums with eight branches, and 16 municipal institutions dedicated to regional history and traditions.

The territory is accessible by road and rail links that connect the larger settlements. Visitors exploring rural parts should expect unpaved roads and longer travel times between villages.

The Pskovo-Pechersky Monastery sits in a ravine and has been continuously inhabited since the 15th century. The monks still farm their own fields and receive pilgrims in the historic monastery buildings.

Location: Russia

Inception: August 23, 1944

Capital city: Pskov

Reference: RU-PSK

Part of: Northwestern Federal District

Shares border with: Vitebsk Region, Smolensk Oblast, Tver Oblast, Novgorod Oblast, Leningrad Oblast, Alūksne Municipality, Põlva County, Võru County

Website: http://pskov.ru

GPS coordinates: 57.31667,29.25000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 22:37